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Anarcho-Syndicalism: Theory and Practice

by Rudolf Rocker

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Publisher Comments:

In 1937, at the behest of Emma Goldman, Rocker penned this political and philosophical masterpiece as an introduction to the ideals fueling the Spanish social revolution and resistance to capitalism the world over. Within, Rocker offers an introduction to anarchist ideas, a history of the international workers’ movement, and an outline of the syndicalist strategies and tactics embraced at the time (direct action, sabotage and the general strike). Includes a lengthy introduction by Nicholas Walter and a Preface by Noam Chomsky.

“[Rocker’s] approach is far from ‘utopian’; this is not an abstract discourse but a call to action.”—Noam Chomsky

Rudolf Rocker (1873–1958) was a leading figure in the international anarchist movement for over 60 years.

Synopsis:

Theory and practice, a political and philosophical masterpiece.

About the Author

Rudolf Rocker is one of Anarchism's most cherished characters. Born in Germany, Rocker left for Paris due to police herassment, finally settling in Britain in 1895. While there Rocker learned to read and write in Yiddish and became a beloved member of the Jewish Anarchist movement until his death. As a proponent of the bourgening workers movement, known as Anarcho-syndicalism, Rocker wrote for journals in German, Yiddish and English throughout Europe until 1933 and the rise of the Nazi regime when he emigrated to the U.S. in order to escape persecution.

Product Details

ISBN:
9781902593920
Subtitle:
Theory and Practice
Introduction:
Davis, Mike
Preface:
Chomsky, Noam
Preface:
Chomsky, Noam, Et
Introduction:
Davis, Mike
Author:
Davis, Mike
Author:
Rocker, Rudolf
Author:
Chomsky, Noam
Preface:
Chomsky, Noam
Publisher:
AK Press
Subject:
Syndicalism
Subject:
Anarchism
Subject:
History & Theory - General
Subject:
General Political Science
Subject:
Political Ideologies - Communism & Socialism
Copyright:
Series:
Working Classics
Publication Date:
June 2004
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Pages:
160
Dimensions:
8.5 x 5.5 in

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